2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,883 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 BMW 335. (320 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 335. (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Ram | 335 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5883 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 61 L |
